Dieterich Hand Sanitizer Sale The Village of Dieterich is partnering with JJ Outlet, who locally makes hand sanitizer in bulk quantities. The hand sanitizer will only be sold by the gallon to those who live or have a business within the Dieterich Unit #30 School District. Sales will be Thursday, May 7th from Noon-3:30 p.m. Pick up at the Dieterich Maintenance Building (south end of Dieterich High School parking lot). There will be cones set up to direct you how to line up. You MUST stay in your vehicle and an employee will come to your vehicle window to assist you and fill your container. $12 per gallon CASH ONLY with exact payment – 2 GALLON LIMIT (No less than 1 gallon will be sold). We will not be making change for your payment. Resident / Business MUST supply their own empty, CLEAN gallon jug -- ex: milk or water jugs, etc. Questions call (217) 925-5410

Senior Spotlight: Leah Brummer

We are saddened to hear of the passing of Delbert Mundt. Mr. Mundt served on many community leadership groups, including a 10 year stint on the Dieterich CUSD 30 School Board. During those years, Delbert held leaderships roles as President and Vice President of the Board. Our deepest sympathies are with his friends and family.

Senior Spotlight: Maverick Ruholl

Last call for HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOKS. The last day for ordering a yearbook will be May 6th. Please submit $40 to the school (mail or drop by). Be sure to include your student's name. Also, if you have submitted a check to the school for a high school yearbook the check has not been cashed yet. If you have any questions contact Mrs. Kinkelaar.

Senior Spotlight: Collin Hartke

April 30, 2020 The final Remote Learning Packet will be delivered on Friday, May 1st via the PM bus routes. Packets will be available for pick-up at the school, through the elementary entrance, from 8am-2pm, also on Friday. Please contact the school with any questions regarding delivery or pick-up. Contact the teacher directly with questions regarding the content of the packets.

Graduation Update: We have received the latest guidance from the State Board regarding graduation ceremonies. ISBE states "We need to remember that no matter how devastating it feels to miss these sacred rites of spring, the health and safety of our students, families, and communities must remain our top priority." "Therefore, in-person graduation ceremonies of any kind are not allowed at this time. This directive extends to drive-through graduation ceremonies or events where students come in small groups to the school or another location for a photo or to walk across a stage. The Governor’s extended stay-at-home order prohibits group gatherings. I join you in hoping that events can resume in person sooner rather than later, but that time is not now." Dieterich High School is still hopeful that a ceremony of some sort can take place. Unfortunately at this point, it is unclear when that will be.

We saddened to hear of the passing of a former Dieterich CUSD 30 employee, Stella Donaldson. Stella worked as a custodian in 1976-77 and as a bus driver 1981-84, 1991, 1994-97 and 2002-03. Our deepest sympathies are with her friends and family.

Senior Spotlight: Lucas Hall

Senior Spotlight: Jason Slifer

Senior Spotlight: Molly Niemerg

Senior Spotlight: Dalton Abbott

Senior Spotlight: Keyara Tolch

Senior Spotlight: Allie Painter

Senior Spotlight: Kyla Johnson

April 23, 2020 Below is the schedule to obtain personal items from lockers and classrooms. For the health and safety of everyone, please adhere to the schedule and maintain 6’ social distancing while in the building. Dates are scheduled alphabetically by the student’s LAST NAME. Jr-Sr High School – April 27th-May 1st, 8am-3pm • Monday, A-E • Tuesday, F-L • Wednesday, M-S • Thursday, T-Z • Friday, Open for anyone who missed assigned day. Elementary School – May 4th-8th, 8am-3pm • Monday, A-E • Tuesday, F-L • Wednesday, M-S • Thursday, T-Z • Friday, Open for anyone who missed assigned day. There will be instructions sheets as you enter the building. Please enter through the Elementary/Unit Office door #1 (Pine St). All remaining items will be bagged up for pick-up at a later date. Please call 925-5249 with any questions. Thanks for your cooperation! Mr. Cary Jackson, Superintendent

Senior Spotlight: Cole Niebrugge

Senior Spotlight: The school closure has been difficult on everyone at Dieterich Schools. It has been especially rough for the DHS Class of 2020. We have asked seniors to share some information about themselves so we can honor them on social media. These "Senior Spotlights" will be posted each day through the remainder of the school year (depending on how many we get returned). Please leave words of encouragement for each student. As a community let's recognize the DHS Class of 2020!

April 17, 2020 Dieterich Schools update on scheduled activities. With the mandated closure of our schools, we are forced to cancel or postpone many scheduled events. Below is a list of events that will be effected. • Graduation – POSTPONED. • Prom – POSTPONED. • Senior Trip – POSTPONED. Every effort will be made to reschedule Graduation, Prom and Senior Trip. Please be patient as we work through rescheduling these important events. More information will be shared as it becomes available. Mr. Cary Jackson, Superintendent